It grows in the Mediterranean, Central Asia, the Himalayas. It is a relict plant in East Kopettag.
Perennial plant, without stems, the roots are rich in starch and grow around 10-25 cm, the leaves reach a very large diameter 1-2 m.
It is used in the treatment of analgesics, gout, rheumatism, gastrointestinal diseases, neurological, headaches, liver diseases.
The seeds are soaked in water for two weeks. The soil is planted during the wet season. It can also be propagated by taking cherenkas from the root.